Introduction to Children's Literature,9780023441110

Introduction to Children's Literature

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Edition: 2nd
ISBN13: 9780023441110
ISBN10: 0023441119
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 1997-01-01
Publisher(s): Pearson College Div
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Summary

Using an inviting writing style throughout, this book explains how to present literature to children in grades K-4 in ways that enhance both children's understanding and enjoyment of it. This broad-based introduction to children's literature focuses on literary analysis/criticismand techniques and methods of effective literature- based education. Presents real-life examples of teachers sharing literature with children, and infuses discussion ofmulticultural books

Table of Contents

Literature and Children: Making Choices
1(36)
Literature for Children: Learning About Literature
37(32)
The Classroom or Center: Creating a Community of Readers
69(48)
Planning a Curriculum: Literature at the Center
117(40)
Books for the Early Years: Helping Children Become Literate
157(48)
Picture Books: A Balance Between Text and Illustrations
205(54)
Poetry: Bringing Poems for Children to Life
259(50)
Traditional Literature: Familiar Tales, Different Voices
309(48)
Modern Fantasy: A Small Step From Reality
357(34)
Realism: Fiction Out of Fact
391(36)
Biography and Informational Books: Factual Portraits and Explorations
427(34)
Changes Over Time: Society's View of the Child
461

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